Threat Against Orchard Knob Middle School Being Investigated

  • Friday, February 23, 2024

The HCSO, along with law enforcement partners, continue to investigate the threat made against Orchard Knob Middle School earlier Friday morning.

The investigation involved a response from numerous local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.  

As a precaution, the school remained in a secure protocol throughout the day until students were dismissed at 2 p.m.

Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office personnel also remained on campus until school was dismissed.

 

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